Chettinad Masala Powder

Ingredients (13)

• coriander seeds100 g
• dried red chillies40 g
• black peppercorns30 g
• fennel seeds30 g
• cumin seeds20 g
• green cardamoms15 g
• cloves10 g
• cinnamon sticks15 g
• star anise3
• mace4
• kalpasi5 g
• poppy seeds20 g
• dry coconut50 g

Method

1. 1

   Heat a heavy frying pan over low heat.

2. 2

   Roast the coriander seeds for 3–4 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the fennel, cumin and black pepper and roast until aromatic.

4. 4

   Add the cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, mace and kalpasi.

5. 5

   Roast gently for another 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Finally add the dried red chillies and roast for 1 minute.

7. 7

   If using dry coconut, roast it separately until lightly golden.

8. 8

   Allow everything to cool completely.

9. 9

   Grind to a fine powder.

10. 10

    Store in an airtight glass jar.